Robin Roberts' Everybody's Got Something

Fifty-thousand callers try to reach Delilah's radio show each night, desperate to share their problems. In this moving and frank episode, Delilah reveals to Robin why she takes heavy doses of her own advice, having wrestled with her fair share of ghosts and demons -- dysfunctional parents and marriages gone wrong -- all of it teaching invaluable lessons on how to create a joyful, blessed life. More information: http://www.RobinPodc...

When Grammy-Award winning, singer-songwriter India Arie lost all self-confidence, she had to disappear from public for four years. In this episode she takes us inside that journey of self-questioning, talking openly to Robin about the serious breakdown that lead to a breakthrough, allowing her to discover her authentic self. In the telling, she brings music, laughter, and profound insights into what matters in all of our lives. And...

How do you keep love alive, when everything seems to be conspiring against it? It took a long time for NBA superstar Magic Johnson, and his wife Cookie, to commit to their love. And just when they did, Magic shocked the world, announcing he had contracted H.I.V. But until now, nobody knew what Cookie had to endure. Nor how their unconditional love was put to the test when their son declared he was gay. In this episode, the real sto...

Nothing's funny about cancer, until you hear standup comic Tig Notaro talk about her own experience with breast cancer. But it's not all laughs, and the serious truths she tells are incredibly life-affirming. In this episode, she and Robin uncover how much they have in common (both went through cancer, lost their mothers while recovering, grew up in the same town, and are in loving, gay relationships) while discovering that their g...

How do you find your inner strength? In this special episode, Tony Robbins -- the man considered the ultimate motivator, counseling everyone from Oprah to Bill Clinton -- opens up to Robin about what motivated him to become arguably the most famous life coach: a horrifically abusive childhood. Find out how this experience informed his life, leading Tony Robbins to help others replace self-doubt with self-fulfillment. Then Robin tak...

It's not always easy to share your "something," whatever that may be. But try doing it on TV before an audience of millions! Just like Robin, Amy Robach and Dan Harris both went public with very personal struggles. Amy discovered she had breast cancer after taking a mammogram on "GMA" to encourage early detection. Dan had a panic attack on air, the result of heightened anxiety kicked in by drugs he was taking to self-medicate. The ...

Season 2 kicks off with Oscar-nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe, who gets candid about her path to superstardom, dealing with anxiety, and her journey to body positivity. Sidibe, who famously starred in "Precious" and appears in the FOX series "Empire," adds author to her resume with her new debut memoir, "This is Just My Face." Love Robin? Support her podcast by writing a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your so...

Grammy award-winning gospel singer Mandisa is back in the spotlight and better than ever following a battle with depression. She discusses her new uplifting album, the appropriately-named "Out of the Dark," and how she can be a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing life's challenges all over the world. Mandisa performed "Stronger" on GMA years ago for Robin's emotional return to "Good Morning America" after defying the ...

After Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant helped his team clinch the NBA championship, his mother, Wanda Durant, celebrated alongside the team in what truly was a lifelong dream come true. Durant, a single mother, said she did her best to stay engaged as a parent and demand the best from her two sons. When Durant was named league MVP in 2014, he delivered an emotional speech dedicated to his mother, calling her "the real MVP." ...

Two-time Grammy award-winning recording artist Patti LaBelle has a career spanning more than 50 years in entertainment. At 73 years young, the "Godmother of Soul" has written a dessert cookbook, released concert dates, and is getting ready to unveil a third season of her cooking show. And with her new album "Bel Hommage," Philly's sweetheart marks her first foray into the wonderful world of jazz. Support "Everybody's Got Something"...

We've always been told, "Don't sweat the small stuff," but bestselling author Andy Andrews turns that common belief on its head in his new book, "The Little Things." Andrews, who has spoken at the request of four different U.S. presidents, explains how one tiny thing can help create powerful and extraordinary results. Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something -----...

Lea Michele, best known for playing Rachel Berry on "Glee," has made a name for herself -- and her extraordinary pipes -- many times over as a Broadway star, a TV darling and now as a recording artist. In this episode, Lea opens up about the intimate messages behind some of the songs on her new album, "Places," how she has managed to stay grounded amidst the intense demands of fame and what she plans to conquer next. Plus, we revis...

Ernie Johnson Jr., a three-time Emmy award winning sports anchor and host of TNT's "Inside the NBA," has had a legendary career that spans more than 40 years, but what he cherishes most in life is caring for his family. In his new autobiography, "Unscripted: The Unpredictable Moments that Make Life Extraordinary," Johnson describes embracing challenging times, including he and his wife Cheryl adopting their son Michael, who has mus...

Kenny Anderson was once one of the most sought after basketball players in the country, but after retiring as an NBA All-Star and losing his mother, he bottomed out when a DUI charge cost him a coaching position. Struggling with his post-NBA identity and fading fame, Anderson says he is still a "work in progress," and in a new documentary, "Mr. Chibbs," he discusses some of his toughest issues, from alleging he had been molested as...

Eleven women in Felicia Johnson's family, including herself, have been diagnosed with breast cancer. "I felt like the monster was chasing us down," Johnson said, and she has made it her mission to break the cycle of silence, especially among African-American women, to encourage others to share and seek out information about this disease. NEW! Tell Robin about your something: 646-883-8326 Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a q...

We have heard some amazing stories of resilience during the first two seasons of "Everybody's Got Something" -- but until now, we've focused on people you probably know. This week, we focus on our listeners' own 'somethings.' Robin even sat down with one listener, Sammy Kamara, and his wife, Carol, in our New York City studio! Thank you to everyone who left us voicemails and sent in messages. And thanks to you for listening this se...